Edward Jenner

Edward Jenner's Academic­Influence.com Rankings

Edward Jenner

Philosophy

#3236

Historical Rank

Logic

#4399

Historical Rank

philosophy Degrees

Download Badge

• Philosophy

Why Is Edward Jenner Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Edward Jenner, was an English physician and scientist who pioneered the concept of vaccines and created the smallpox vaccine, the world's first vaccine. The terms vaccine and vaccination are derived from Variolae vaccinae , the term devised by Jenner to denote cowpox. He used it in 1798 in the title of his Inquiry into the Variolae vaccinae known as the Cow Pox, in which he described the protective effect of cowpox against smallpox.

Other Resources About Edward Jenner

• en.wikipedia.org

What Schools Are Affiliated With Edward Jenner?

Edward Jenner is affiliated with the following schools:

• St George's, University of London
• University of St Andrews